Chemist (Remote)

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Department of Environmental Protection
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Bureau of Laboratories, Organic, Radiation and Biological Services Division
Are you interested in a career in chemistry that helps protect the environment? The Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Laboratories, is seeking a Chemist 1 to help test different materials for important environmental substances. This work uses specialized laboratory equipment and proven scientific methods. If you enjoy science and want to support the environment, this opportunity may be a great fit for you!
This position supports the Volatile Analysis Unit by preparing samples, running analytical tests, and reviewing results to ensure they meet required standards. The work requires careful documentation, accurate operation of instruments, and close attention to laboratory procedures. As a Chemist 1, you will perform the following duties:

Pollutant Extraction: Use approved solvents and techniques to extract analytes and include required QC samples in each batch
Chromatography Analysis: Operate instruments, evaluate raw data, identify analytes, and review reports for accuracy before release
Assist with implementing and improving methodologies, performing studies, and helping create or revise SOPs
Instrument Care: Complete preventive maintenance, document malfunctions, and coordinate repairs when needed
Quality Control: Use certified standards, conduct required QA studies, track QC records, and take corrective action when needed
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Travel is required
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008.00 (before taxes).

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in chemistry; A bachelor's degree that includes 30 credits in chemistry or biochemistry.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Veterans:

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.